Pagosa Springs

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Pagosa Springs
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Pagosa Springs which includes a river or creek and a small town or village
Pagosa Springs featuring a small town or village and a river or creek

Sail on a still lake, raft down a rushing river, and hike, bike or horseback ride along mountain trails before soothing tired muscles in hot springs.

For lovers of outdoor adventure, Pagosa Springs is a dream destination. Raise your heart rate with action-packed outdoor activities before relaxing in one of the town’s three hot springs resorts.

Spreading out from this mountain town is some 3,000,000 acres (1,200,000 hectares) of wilderness and national forest just waiting to be explored. Hurtle down the rapid-filled San Juan River on a raft, kayak or tube. More benign adventures can be experienced in the nearby Navajo State Park, where the still waters of a reservoir are perfect for fishing, boating and swimming. Walks in the park can yield sightings of everything from prickly pear cactusto free-roaming mule deer. Bald eagles can even be seen overhead.

From town, it’s just a short drive to the Wolf Creek Ski Area, which opens throughout winter. Zip down the slopes on skis, try ice-fishing or dog-sledding, or take the whole family on a festive sleigh ride. Families will also enjoy a visit to the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park, home to bears and mountain lions, among other creatures.

Find out more about local history at Chimney Rock National Monument, a site encompassing ancient Ancestral Puebloan dwellings and ceremonial buildings. Make the 0.5-mile (0.8-kilometer) trek up the site, which is set at an elevation of 7,000 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level and promises spectacular views of Colorado as well as neighboring New Mexico. Culture-keen visitors will want to see the Fred Harman Art Museum. The museum is devoted to Fred Harman, the brains behind the Red Ryder and Little Beaver comic strips. More than 50 original pieces of this “cowboy art” can be viewed here.

When you need a break from exploring, sink into the soothing pools at one of the town’s three hot springs. The Springs Resort & Spa has 23 soaking pools, theHealing Waters Resort and Spaencompasses a hot mineral water pool, outdoor soaking tub and indoor hot baths, whileOverlook Hot Springs Spa features rooftop tubs.

Pagosa Springs is located around 280 miles (450 kilometers) from Denver and 150 miles (240 kilometers) from Santa Fe.

Where to stay in Pagosa Springs

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Downtown Pagosa Springs

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pagosa Springs, San Juan River and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pagosa Springs
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San Juan River Village

If you're spending some time in San Juan River Village, San Juan River is a top sight worth visiting.

San Juan River Village
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Timber Ridge Ranch

While Timber Ridge Ranch isn't home to many top sights, Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

Timber Ridge Ranch
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Lake Hatcher Park

While Lake Hatcher Park isn't home to many top sights, Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lake Hatcher Park
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Pagosa Hills

Though Pagosa Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring.

Pagosa Hills
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Pagosa Highlands

While Pagosa Highlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.

Pagosa Highlands
Alpine Inn of Pagosa Springs

Alpine Inn of Pagosa Springs

2 out of 5
8 Solomon Drive, Pagosa Springs, CO
The price is €112 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€112
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place, only stayed 1 night. Staff was friendly and very helpful."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Alpine Inn of Pagosa Springs
The Springs Resort & Spa

The Springs Resort & Spa

2.5 out of 5
323 Hot Springs Blvd, Pagosa Springs, CO
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Popular attractions San Juan River and Nathan's Hippy Dip ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (316 reviews)
"The 24 hour access to pools. The many different options in pools."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

The Springs Resort & Spa
High Creek Lodge & Cabins

High Creek Lodge & Cabins

2.5 out of 5
3821 Highway 160 East, Pagosa Springs, CO
Stay at this lodge in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (498 reviews)
"Beautiful property just outside of town. The standard room with a king bed had a mini fridge which was helpful. The complimentary breakfast was awesome. And the hot tubs were a nice touch. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

High Creek Lodge & Cabins
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Best downtown studio, Fireplace

Best downtown studio, Fireplace

Pagosa Springs
Stay at this condo in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Sheep Creek Trail and San Juan Historical Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews)
"Loved this property and would go back. However, we didnt have any idea where in the building to enter nor which doors which codes went to. I put this more on Expedia than the property itself however as I assume this is Expedia not passing along pertinent details. Within the building there were multiple ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Best downtown studio, Fireplace
Upscale & Downtown! Walk to Hot Springs & River!

Upscale & Downtown! Walk to Hot Springs & River!

Pagosa Springs
Stay at this vacation home in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Worlds Deepest Geothermal Spring and San ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
"When we arrived , we were surprised to see overgrown weeds outfront and surrounding the property. In photos describing the place there were none. Inside was much better. It was as pictured, but they really do need to upgrade the pillows, i had headaches almosts every morning. The only other negative ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Upscale & Downtown! Walk to Hot Springs & River!
Breathtaking 6 BR log home mountain views with closest location to Wolf Creek!

Breathtaking 6 BR log home mountain views with closest location to Wolf Creek!

Pagosa Springs
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions San Juan Historical ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"Great place."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Breathtaking 6 BR log home mountain views with closest location to Wolf Creek!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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